Borneo is an iconic symbol of the ongoing battle between nature and man’s greed. Its vast ancient forests are home to some of Southeast Asia’s last remaining primary rainforests, making it a target for timber harvesters who come from all over Indonesia in search of high-paying jobs. Unfortunately, these activities come at a great cost; … Read more
Twenty years after separating from Somalia, Somaliland remains an unrecognized state. Life here is tough. Yet, a popular series, Dicing with Death, offers an eye-opening glimpse at the difficulties of life in a country that isn’t quite a country. In the midst of the civil war, infrastructure crumbled, leaving behind mines in the desert and … Read more
The city of Saint-Louis, in Senegal, is an important part of the country’s history and culture. Sitting on a thin sandy peninsula known as the Langue de Barbarie, it acts as a buffer between the Atlantic Ocean and the dry inland desert. Unfortunately, this vibrant fishing district is now threatened by rising sea levels due … Read more
Extreme weather is on the rise worldwide, and it’s no longer enough to rely on old methods to combat disastrous flooding. This urgent issue is explored in depth in the upcoming documentary, which takes viewers across Europe to see new ways communities are adapting to climate change. In the Netherlands, engineers pioneered the “let the … Read more
The world of pharmaceuticals and cosmetics is reliant on substances derived from the natural environment. But bioprospecting, the practice of exploring and extracting natural elements from their original habitat, is increasingly leading to biopiracy. Companies are patenting natural ingredients for use in their products and making billions in the process – sometimes without giving … Read more
Mein Leben als Pottwal ist eine Dokumentation von National Geographic, die den Zuschauern einen Einblick in die Welt der geheimnisvollen und unerforschten Tiefen des Ozeans gibt. Der Film erzählt die Geschichte der legendären Pottwale, deren Unterwasserabenteuer wir teilen dürfen. Die Dokumentation folgt zwei Gruppen von Biologen und Forschern, beide auf der Suche nach Antworten auf … Read more
Fereshta Azimi was a resident of the Moria refugee camp on the Greek island of Lesbos for over a year and a half. This overcrowded facility was tragically destroyed by fire in 2020, but not before ARTE had an opportunity to meet Fereshta and document her experience. Following the disaster, she was one of thousands … Read more
In a remote region of Nepal, the people of Gorkha fight against the perils of the monsoon season every year. The mountainous terrain and the heavy rainfalls of the monsoon cut off villages for many long months, making it hard for trucks and mule caravans to provide for the stranded inhabitants. Despite the difficulties, some … Read more
Thirty years have passed since the end of apartheid in South Africa. Although much progress has been made in overcoming the many challenges that still exist, such as endemic violence, economic and racial disparities, and government corruption, South Africa is still a nation full of potential and promise. The country boasts an abundance of natural … Read more
The devastating impact of Cumbre Vieja volcano’s eruption on La Palma, one of the Canary Islands, has left residents terrorized, livelihoods destroyed and the future uncertain. Even as the eruption continues, people are grappling with the thought of losing everything valuable to them, centuries of culture and memories, as molten lava and ash spew out … Read more